Agave Chicken Recipe
Mesquite grilled chicken breast with agave queso sauce, pico de gallo, tortilla strips, hickory smoked bacon, cilantro rice and frijoles a la charra
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high. Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- 2
Make Agave Queso Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the agave nectar and queso blanco. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 3
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet, cook the hickory smoked bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, then crumble into pieces.
- 4
Assemble the Dish
On each plate, place a serving of cilantro rice and frijoles a la charra. Top the grilled chicken with agave queso sauce, followed by pico de gallo, tortilla strips, and crumbled bacon.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
